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A series of policy recommendations to advocate for positive change in the rural economy, has been published by the Centre for Rural Economy (CRE) at Newcastle University. To mark three decades of supporting sustainable development in rural areas, CRE...
Barclays has announced it is to close at least 180 of its branches in the next 2 years, more than a third of its entire UK networks. The news comes as analysis by Financial Times, based on data from...
Almost 100,000 micro businesses have been started in rural areas in the last 12 months according to new research. The data from Venture Forward, an initiative from GoDaddy, shows that more than a quarter of Britain’s 2.3 million microbusinesses...
The Plunkett Foundation, a national charity that supports rural community-owned businesses around the UK, are excited to announce that the Rural Community Business Awards are returning for another year with the support of Headline Sponsor, the North Barnes Farm Partnership...
Following the step-change in employers’ and employees’ expectations post-pandemic, the National Innovation Centre for Rural Enterprise’s (NICRE) ‘Future of Work’ module puts rural businesses on the front foot, giving them the skills to adapt to attract, retain and engage employees....
The National Federation of SubPostmasters (NFSP) has called on Government to reverse its decision to remove DVLA services from the Post Office network from the end of March next year. The NFSP says the changes will put many Post...
Rural England’s population of 9.7 million risk being left further behind after the next general election if the political system continues to ignore the systematic inequalities facing rural communities and businesses, warn leading rural organisations. The Rural Coalition, an...
The £5 billion Government commitment to deliver lightning-fast, reliable broadband to every corner of the United Kingdom is starting to roll out to rural areas. Project Gigabit aims to deploy gigabit-capable broadband to all parts of the UK, including...
The Rural Coalition urges political parties to address rural challenges to gain ground among countryside voters 10 July 2023: Rural England’s population of 9.7 million risk being left further behind after the next general election if the political...
The Barrow and Furness MP, Simon Fell, has been announced as the UK’s first Rural Connectivity Champion. The role was first detailed as part of the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy unveiled earlier this year and will support rural businesses to...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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